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Grant Plains Wind LLC147.2 MW Wind

WindRenewableVerified: Jul 2026

Ranked #1718 among 10,047 power generation facilities in the United States, Grant Plains Wind LLC plays a critical role in the local energy landscape. With a capacity of 147.2 MW, this facility represents a small but significant contributor to the national grid, providing a mere 0.01% of the country’s total capacity of 1,386,385 MW, which is predominantly fueled by gas. As the 314th largest wind facility out of 1,142 in the country, Grant Plains Wind demonstrates the growing reliance on renewable energy sources in an energy portfolio historically dominated by fossil fuels. Commissioned in 2017 and operated by Southern Power Co, this facility employs advanced wind turbine technology to harness the region's natural wind resources effectively. Situated in a wind-rich area of Oklahoma, Grant Plains Wind benefits from the favorable climatic conditions that make the region ideal for wind energy generation. Nearby, the Chisholm View Wind Project stands out with a capacity of 300 MW, setting a higher benchmark for wind energy output. The Rock Falls Wind Farm LLC, with its 154.5 MW capacity, and Grant Wind LLC, producing 151.8 MW, further contribute to a robust local wind cluster that underscores the area's potential for renewable energy. In contrast, the Wellington 1 gas plant, with a much lower capacity of 24 MW, highlights the diverse energy mix in the region. Overall, the cumulative output of these facilities creates a collaborative grid environment that enhances energy security for local communities. As the U.S. pushes toward a carbon-neutral future, plants like Grant Plains Wind will play an essential role in transitioning energy sources, showcasing the viability of wind energy and its growing importance in meeting national energy goals.

Capacity
147.2 MW
Commissioning Year
2017

9 years old

Owner
Southern Power Co
Location
36.9708°, -97.7053°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,769. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #8,580 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #519 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

9 years in operation

Wind fleet average: 14.4 years

Operator portfolio

Southern Power Co operates 47 plants totalling 12,918 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 6,369 MW combined

Nearest plant: Grant Wind LLC (4.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 36.970800, -97.705300
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Grant Plains Wind LLC is a wind power plant producing approximately 387 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Wind
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

United States of AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
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